ESG in Alternative Investments - Private Equity/Debt

Summary

Course Objective: This course provides an introduction to the application of ESG principles in private equity and private debt investments, focusing on how investors can identify, assess, and integrate material ESG factors into decision-making.

Learners can expect to gain:

1. An understanding of how responsible investment practices differ between public and private markets
2. The ability to identify, assess, and incorporate ESG risks and opportunities in the private markets investment lifecycle
3. Practical skills for applying an ESG lens to the selection, appointment, and oversight of external managers
4. Familiarity with industry frameworks, standards, and initiatives, and their application

Why This Matters: As ESG investing expands in private markets, integrating ESG considerations across investment decisions and manager relationships is essential for aligning capital with long-term value creation, stakeholder expectations, and evolving standards.

Course Duration: ~3 hours, self-paced